Choose your downhill skis depending on your skill level and ambitions. Also make sure to choose the right length, type and sidecut.
ContinueChoose your downhill skis depending on your skill level and ambitions. Also make sure to choose the right length, type and sidecut.
ContinueChoose the ski length depending on your skill level and height. The less experience you have, the shorter skis you need. Shorter skis are easier to manoeuvre and are more responsive when turning. Also important is your weight. A heavy skier has more leverage for turning longer skis, which is something a lighter skier could struggle with.
Ski width is measured at the waist (under the boot) and the choice depends on the terrain.
The sidecut determines how easy or hard it is to make a turn. Directly related to the turning radius, which depends on the sidecut and ski length. The deeper the sidecut, the smaller the turning radius. Skis with a deep sidecut are also called carving skis.
Turning radius is the arc a ski makes during a turn. It depends on the ski length and depth of the sidecut. The rule of thumb is simple: deeper sidecut = smaller turning radius = shorter arc. A smaller radius enables nimble turns, but at a slower speed. If you want high speeds, choose a ski with a subtle sidecut, though keep in mind that its turn arc is long and making turns is more difficult in general.
Varies depending on the core material. A composite core is softer, while stiffer skis have a wooden core, often reinforced with titanium.
Don’t forget to also buy a helmet, ski goggles and a back protector. These are particularly important for children and beginners.
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